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An important group of 17th-century through 19th-centuy Indo-Portuguese, Ceylonese and Anglo-Indian contadors and fitted boxes from a private collection are the stars of the sale. More than 25 lots including an 18th-century document box of rosewood with intricate Ivory inlays showing figural hunt scenes, several 18th-century Mughal examples with typical foliated ivory inlays and a 19th-century rosewood and ivory box inlaid with the Portuguese coat of arms (estimate-$1,500 to $2,500). One of the top lots is a rare late 17th-century Indo-Portuguese teakwood casket applied with mother-of-pearl, shell and elaborate figural silver fittings. It has an estimate of $4,000-$6,000.
“The selection of over 15 painted and inlaid contador table boxes is a unique opportunity for the collector. Outside of a museum, you may find one contador, but to find the quality and quantity included this important collection is truly a rare occurrence,” said Chris Featherston, Austin Auction Gallery associate.
An unusually large Indo-Portuguese contador, 17th century, fashioned from rosewood, padouk, ebony and ivory not only has the typical fall-front door concealing interior drawers, but also has a lift top. The piece resting on figural feet measures 21 inches high, 28 inches long and is estimated to bring $12,000 to $15,000. Also included are two large 18th-century Indo-Portuguese coco-de-mer boxes with ornate repousse silver fittings, each opening at $2,000.
From Continental antique furniture to a collection of vintage Whiting & Davis mesh purses, this sale seems to have something for everyone, said Featherston.
The sterling silver category weighs in heavy with a large selection of flatware and hollowware. An extensive flatware service by Reed & Barton in the Marlborough pattern weighing over 116 ounces will be offered with an estimate of $2,500-$3,500. It is presented in a two-tier wooden box. Other flatware sets include Gorham Rose Tiara, Towle Old Master and Towle King Richard. A Wallace sterling silver coffee service including a large service tray is estimated at $1,500- $2,500.
A small offering of four Rolex wrist watches include an unusual men’s 18K yellow gold Oyster quartz day-date model, circa 1980, with the days of the week shown on the dial in Spanish. It is estimated to bring $6,000-$12,000. The ladies aren’t forgotten with an 18K yellow gold Rolex Oyster Perpetual model wristwatch, circa 1972, complete with diamond bezel. Fine Diamond rings and other fine jewelry are also a part of the sale.
For additional information on any item in the sale please contact Chris Featherston, 512-258-5479. View the fully illustrated catalog and sign up to bid absentee of live via the Internet at www.liveauctioneers.com.
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